CATHCA’s Message Ahead of the Global Fund’s Eighth Replenishment Summit As world leaders prepare to gather in Johannesburg for the Global Fund’s Eighth Replenishment Summit on 21 November 2025, the Catholic Health Care Association of Southern Africa (CATHCA) shares a...
South Africa has made great progress in responding to HIV, yet new infections remain worryingly high. Estimates suggest that while new HIV infections have declined from about 249 000 in 2017 to around 178 000 in 2024, far too many people are still acquiring the virus...
That was the unspoken question on everyone’s mind as the members of the Pretoria Archdiocese Catholic Health and Welfare Association (PACHWA) gathered for their Annual General Meeting on Saturday, 8 November 2025. Dressed in their bright pink t-shirts, these...
On Thursday, 30 October, CATHCA hosted a highly successful Ringa Mjita Men’s Gathering, bringing together over 50 men for open and honest discussions around fatherhood, mental health, and child development. The event created a safe space for men to learn, share, and...
The Department of Health (DoH) in the Sub-District of the City of Johannesburg, Region G, hosted a Community Health Awareness Event aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles and empowering community members with essential health information. Service providers and...
Introduction: Purpose and Context The Catholic Health Care Association (CATHCA) stands as a vital network of faith-based health facilities and programs serving South Africa, Botswana, and eSwatini. Its work is rooted in Catholic social teaching and built on a mission...
